cannot open driver's door

1998 ACURA CL
214,000 MILES
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DUZAR1
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I cannot open driver's door. How do open it when lock is stuck. I cannot remove inner door panel to make repairs unless I get it open.
Aug 5, 2012 at 8:28 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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both outside and inside not working??

you will most likely need a shop as they will remove the inner panel to release the latch to open.

Roy
Aug 5, 2012 at 8:36 PM
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DUZAR1
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Both out and in will not open door. solenoid sounds as if working. Out and in handles working the rods.
Aug 5, 2012 at 8:42 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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ok, sounds like the latch has failed. you will need help on this one.

Roy
Aug 5, 2012 at 8:56 PM
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